What steps is the Indian Railways taking to ensure safety
The Indian Railways plans to conduct periodic audits to curb unsafe practices and promote a 'safety first' culture at all levels.
- Implementing regular safety audits to identify and rectify any unsafe practices or procedures.
- Promoting a 'safety first' culture at all levels of the organization.
- Enhancing infrastructure and track maintenance to minimize accidents due to track defects.
- Upgrading signaling systems and introducing advanced technologies such as Train Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS) to prevent collisions.
- Improving the safety features of coaches and locomotives, including the installation of fire and smoke detection systems.
- Training and certifying railway staff on safety protocols and emergency response.
- Increasing the use of technology for real-time monitoring of train operations and to prevent manual errors.
- Implementing measures to prevent trespassing on railway tracks and promoting public awareness about the dangers involved.
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